Introduction
Diastolic heart failure is a serious condition that causes the heart to lose its ability to pump, resulting in decreased blood flow and oxygenation. The most common symptom of diastolic heart failure is shortness of breath. But you may also experience swelling in your extremities, increased thirst or urination, dry heaves or vomiting, and chest pain or discomfort while breathing deeply. If you notice any of these symptoms and they don’t go away after a few days of rest or treatment with medication (such as beta blockers). It’s important that you call your doctor immediately because having this condition can be deadly.
Shortness of breath is a major symptom of diastolic heart failure.
Shortness of breath can be a sign that your heart has been weakened by diastolic heart failure. Diastolic heart failure is when the size of your left ventricle (the lower part) becomes too small. So it can’t pump out enough oxygenated blood to meet the needs of all your organs. Other causes for shortness of breath include:
- Lung disease
- Heart failure is caused by other medical conditions (like COPD)
Swelling in the extremities
Swelling in the extremities is a common symptom of heart failure. The legs are the most commonly affected area and can appear as a swollen, bluish-red discoloration around your ankles and feet (clot). You may also notice swelling in your arms and hands. It is called Raynaud’s syndrome.
Excessive urination can be a cause of diastolic heart failure.
It’s not uncommon to see people with diastolic heart failure develop fluid retention, which can cause swelling in the legs, ankles, and feet. Swelling might also lead to leakage of fluid into the lungs. And if this happens, it could be fatal. Symptoms include excessive urination (the need to pee more than usual), thirst, and coughing up mucus (a symptom called sputum).
Dry heaves
Dry heaves are a symptom of diastolic heart failure. This condition occurs when the blood vessels in your small intestines get very narrow and block off the flow of food. The result is that you feel like you’re going to throw up but don’t actually do so, which can cause people with this condition to become dehydrated and fall asleep at night because they aren’t able to eat much during the day.
Dry heaves can also be signs that you’ve had a heart attack or angina pectoris (a type of chest pain). If it’s severe enough, dry heaving could even cause death if left untreated because it interferes with oxygen getting into your system through respiration. Which requires breathing air into our lungs so they work properly!
Chest pain
Chest pain is not a common symptom of heart failure. It can be a sign of other problems, including:
- A heart attack.
- A lung problem that affects the lungs’ ability to get oxygen into your bloodstream. This condition is called pulmonary hypertension (PH).
It’s the most common cause of PH in people with diastolic heart failure who don’t have any other causes for their symptoms. The presence of PH doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll experience chest pain—but if you do, it may be caused by this condition as well. Heart valve problems like mitral stenosis or tricuspid insufficiency can lead to chest pains due to increased pressure within each chamber where valves open or close during pumping action on blood through them.
If you notice these symptoms, call your doctor to prevent diastolic heart failure.
If you notice any of these symptoms, call your doctor. Don’t wait for the symptoms to get worse before calling. Don’t rely on over-the-counter medications and don’t rely on friends or family members who might not understand what is happening. Some people have difficulty recognizing or describing their own problems. Make sure that they see a physician immediately if they think they might have heart failure!
If you are concerned about whether or not something looks wrong with your heart. Do not wait until it’s too late! Call 911 right away if someone in your family has sudden trouble breathing. Or has chest pain; feels dizzy; or experiences weakness while walking upstairs (Strength loss).
Conclusion
If the symptoms of diastolic heart failure are not treated, they can cause serious medical complications. Heart failure is a common condition that affects approximately 5 million people in the United States each year. It occurs when your heart loses its ability to pump blood efficiently enough to meet your body’s needs. Which may eventually lead to life-threatening conditions such as heart attack or stroke. The best way to prevent this condition is by taking care of yourself and getting regular checkups with your doctor so they can keep an eye on any changes in your health over time.
Hi, I am John Smit a Captain in Fire Department City of Newyork with over years of experience in the field of Firefighting and HSE. My passion for fire safety started when I was a young boy and witnessed a neighbor’s house go up in flames along with precious lives. Since then, I had dedicated my life to ensuring the safety of buildings, properties, and individuals in case of a fire and medical emergencies.
